Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Canara Bank's BAVALA branch in BAVLA, GUJARAT. The branch's IFSC code CNRB0004537 is the key identifier you need whenever a remitter, employer or biller asks for a bank routing number to send funds to an account held at this branch. We have also included the branch's postal address, telephone number, banking hours, common services, and an extensive FAQ block that should answer almost every question that comes up when you are about to add this branch as a beneficiary in your net-banking app for the first time.
IFSC stands for Indian Financial System Code. It is an 11-character code that pinpoints a particular bank branch on the RBI's real-time payment rails. Every NEFT, RTGS or IMPS instruction must carry the destination branch's IFSC for the credit to land in the correct account.
In our case, CNRB0004537 is the IFSC of Canara Bank's BAVALA branch. The format is fixed: CNRB = bank code, 0 = reserved, 004537 = branch identifier.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Canara Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Bavala |
| IFSC Code | CNRB0004537 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | 9,10,11,12 AKRUTI ARCADEOPP CHAVLA HOTEL GR FLOOR, AHMEDABAD-RAJKOT NH-8 BAVLA-382220 DIST AHMEDABAD |
| City | Bavla |
| District | Ahmadabad |
| State | Gujarat |
| STD Code | 91 |
| Phone | 1234567890 |
About the bank
Canara Bank serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Bavala branch in Bavla, Gujarat is part of this network and uses the IFSC code CNRB0004537 for all electronic settlement.
Bavala branch overview
Located at 9,10,11,12 AKRUTI ARCADEOPP CHAVLA HOTEL GR FLOOR, AHMEDABAD-RAJKOT NH-8 BAVLA-382220 DIST AHMEDABAD, the Bavala branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC CNRB0004537 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.
The role of IFSC in India's payments network
India's electronic payment infrastructure — NEFT, RTGS, IMPS, UPI and the National Automated Clearing House (NACH) — is built on a single principle: every participating bank branch must be uniquely identifiable by an alphanumeric code. The Reserve Bank of India introduced the IFSC system to fulfil this requirement, and that is how Canara Bank's BAVALA branch came to be assigned the code CNRB0004537.
Whether you are receiving a salary on the first of the month, paying a vendor invoice, settling an EMI, or accepting a refund from an e-commerce platform, the IFSC is the silent piece of metadata that tells the network where your account lives. Without IFSC CNRB0004537, money simply cannot be routed to the BAVALA branch electronically.
How to transfer money using IFSC CNRB0004537
Online transfers in India are powered by three major channels — NEFT, RTGS and IMPS — and each one requires a destination IFSC. Below is a quick guide for using IFSC CNRB0004537 across all three.
NEFT to Canara Bank, BAVALA using IFSC CNRB0004537
National Electronic Funds Transfer is the simplest way to move money into an account at this branch. NEFT works around the clock, including Sundays and public holidays, and settles in half-hourly batches.
To send funds, add the recipient as a beneficiary in your bank's online portal, key in the account number, paste the IFSC CNRB0004537, and confirm that the system picks up Canara Bank – BAVALA. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC CNRB0004537
RTGS (Real-Time Gross Settlement) is the fastest high-value transfer mechanism in India. It is meant for transfers of ₹2 lakh and above and settles each transaction individually and instantly. To remit through RTGS to Canara Bank – BAVALA, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC CNRB0004537 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to Canara Bank – BAVALA, use IMPS. With IFSC CNRB0004537 and the beneficiary's account number you can move up to ₹5 lakh per transaction with instant credit, any day of the year.
Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Bavala
The right transfer rail depends on how urgent the payment is, how large it is, and whether the receiving bank participates in the chosen scheme. Every option below works with the IFSC CNRB0004537:
- NEFT — best for everyday transfers of any amount; settles in half-hourly batches around the clock.
- RTGS — best for transfers of ₹2 lakh and above; settles each transaction individually in real time.
- IMPS — best when speed matters more than batch scheduling; instant credit up to ₹5 lakh.
- UPI — best for small peer-to-peer payments using a VPA; the underlying account at BAVALA is still linked to IFSC CNRB0004537.
For salary credits, vendor payouts and refunds, employers and merchants usually default to NEFT because of its zero per-transaction cost for retail customers and its 24x7 availability.
UPI payments and IFSC CNRB0004537
UPI (Unified Payments Interface) has become the default way for individuals to send money in India. While most UPI transactions are addressed using a Virtual Payment Address (VPA) like name@bank, the underlying account at Canara Bank – BAVALA is still mapped to IFSC CNRB0004537. When a customer links a savings or current account to a UPI app for the first time, the app silently looks up this IFSC against the account number to verify the account exists. The VPA acts as a friendly alias on top of the same plumbing.
If a UPI transfer to or from this branch fails, the most common reasons are an inactive UPI handle, a daily limit breach or a temporary outage at one of the participating banks — not the IFSC. You can always fall back to NEFT or IMPS using the IFSC CNRB0004537 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Account types you can open at the Bavala branch
Once you have an account at Canara Bank – BAVALA, the IFSC CNRB0004537 stays the same regardless of the type of account you hold. The branch typically supports the following options:
- Savings account — for individuals, with chequebook, ATM card and net-banking access.
- Current account — for sole proprietors, partnerships and companies that need higher transaction volumes.
- Salary account — opened in bulk for corporate employees, often with zero-balance benefits.
- NRE / NRO accounts — for non-resident Indians who want to repatriate or maintain rupee balances in India.
- Fixed deposit and recurring deposit — term-based investment accounts with quarterly or cumulative interest.
- Senior citizen accounts — concessional minimum balance and a small interest rate premium on FDs.
- Minor and student accounts — operated jointly with a guardian until the customer turns 18.
Eligibility, minimum balance and KYC requirements vary by product. Speak to a relationship officer at the branch for the latest schedule of charges and interest rates.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Bavala branch can access most of Canara Bank's standard product suite, including:
- Account opening – savings, current, NRI, salary
- Term deposits and recurring deposits
- Retail and small-business loans
- Insurance and mutual-fund tie-ups
- Locker, safe deposit and ATM card services
- Online and mobile banking activation
- Electronic transfers via IFSC CNRB0004537
MICR & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the Bavala branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC CNRB0004537 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.
Online banking and IFSC CNRB0004537
Canara Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the BAVALA branch is active. Net banking lets you view balances, download statements, open fixed deposits, request cheque books and initiate NEFT/RTGS/IMPS transfers — all without setting foot in the branch. The IFSC CNRB0004537 is pre-filled by the bank for transfers originating from your own account, and you only need to enter it manually when adding an external beneficiary or sharing your account details with a third party.
Things to verify before sending money
Banking errors are usually small typos that snowball into delayed credits and customer-care follow-ups. Use this short checklist before you confirm any transfer to Canara Bank – BAVALA:
- The IFSC is exactly CNRB0004537 with no extra spaces.
- The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
- The portal auto-fills Canara Bank as the bank name and BAVALA as the branch.
- The amount and the purpose of payment are correct.
- You have a valid OTP-verifying mobile number on hand.
A 30-second review here saves hours of reconciliation later.
How to reach the Bavala branch
The branch is located at 9,10,11,12 AKRUTI ARCADEOPP CHAVLA HOTEL GR FLOOR, AHMEDABAD-RAJKOT NH-8 BAVLA-382220 DIST AHMEDABAD, which puts it inside Bavla, the broader Ahmadabad district, and the state of Gujarat. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Canara Bank Bavala branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC CNRB0004537 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 91-1234567890 before stepping out, especially around public holidays.
- Carry photo ID and any account-related documents you may need for the transaction you plan to do.
Most banking work — passbook updates, fund transfers, statement downloads — can also be completed online without visiting the branch in person, as long as you know the IFSC CNRB0004537 and your account number.
Verifying IFSC CNRB0004537 from official sources
The IFSC listed on this page is sourced from the RBI's master list and validated against the bank's branch directory. To double-check before transferring large sums, you can also confirm CNRB0004537 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 91-1234567890.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Branch banking hours and holidays
Indian bank branches typically operate from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday, and from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM on working Saturdays (usually the 1st, 3rd and 5th Saturdays). The Bavala branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC CNRB0004537, however, work 24x7.
Branch address & contact
Canara BankBavala Branch
9,10,11,12 AKRUTI ARCADEOPP CHAVLA HOTEL GR FLOOR, AHMEDABAD-RAJKOT NH-8 BAVLA-382220 DIST AHMEDABAD
Bavla, Gujarat
Phone: 91-1234567890
IFSC: CNRB0004537
Frequently asked questions
Can I use IFSC CNRB0004537 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC CNRB0004537 to send funds instantly.
What is the phone number of Canara Bank Bavala branch?
You can reach the branch at 91-1234567890 during regular banking hours.
Where is Canara Bank Bavala branch located?
Canara Bank's Bavala branch is located at 9,10,11,12 AKRUTI ARCADEOPP CHAVLA HOTEL GR FLOOR, AHMEDABAD-RAJKOT NH-8 BAVLA-382220 DIST AHMEDABAD, Bavla, Gujarat.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using CNRB0004537 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Canara Bank – Bavala reflect within 30 minutes.
What is the IFSC code of Canara Bank Bavala branch?
The IFSC code of Canara Bank, Bavala branch is CNRB0004537. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Is IFSC CNRB0004537 the same for all accounts at Bavala branch?
Yes. The IFSC CNRB0004537 is shared by every account held at Canara Bank's Bavala branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Summary
The IFSC code CNRB0004537 belongs to Canara Bank's BAVALA branch, located at 9,10,11,12 AKRUTI ARCADEOPP CHAVLA HOTEL GR FLOOR, AHMEDABAD-RAJKOT NH-8… in BAVLA, GUJARAT. Use this code along with the beneficiary's account number for any NEFT, RTGS or IMPS transfer to this branch. Bookmark this page for quick reference whenever you need the branch's banking details.
